Network Engineering - Engineer

We're an iconic Aussie brand with a global footprint. Our purpose is to build a connected future so everyone can thrive. We're all about providing the best experience and delivering the best tech on the best network.

This includes making Telstra the place you want to work.

For you, that means a having career that grows with you, and working with a team powered by human connection that prioritises well-being and choice.

Here's What You Can Expect From Us

Flexible working. Wherever you live, choose where, when, and how you work so you can be at your best.There when life happens. From Gender Affirmation Leave to Telstra's Additional Leave Day, we give you time to spend away from work when you need it most.Pay for performance. We recognize outstanding contributions through our generous incentive programs.Parental Leave. A gender-equal policy for parents so you can choose how and when you take your leave (16 weeks full pay or 32 weeks half pay). Receive superannuation contributions on paid and unpaid parental leave.Unlimited learning. Level up your credentials with access to 17,000 learning programs. Learn 'on the job' and achieve university credits toward degrees and Master's programs.Global presence. With a global presence across 22 countries, there are many opportunities to work where we do business.Extra perks. Receive 25% off Telstra products and services, plus unlock exclusive discounts from over 240 brands and partners.

Make a Difference

Networks Product and Technology - Fixed Engineering designs, builds, operates and improves all of Telstra's fixed line network infrastructure - the physical and logical systems that deliver home broadband, enterprise connectivity and wholesale network services.

Key Responsibilities

This is how you'll bring the purpose of your role to life.

Configure, deploy, and maintain jumphost platforms (e.g., MobBOSS, Shared Boss) that provide secure access and operational tooling for network environmentsSupport the implementation of security controls and remediations, ensuring alignment with enterprise cyber security standards (e.g., MFA, access control, hardening)Execute platform lifecycle activities, including:Build and onboarding of new environmentsPatch management and upgradesDecommissioning of legacy infrastructureAssist in delivering key platform initiatives such as:Jumphost rebuild and modernisationSecurity uplift across shared and domain-specific environmentsEnsure secure connectivity and access management for network devices:SSH/telnet access controlConfiguration backup and network tooling supportMonitor and troubleshoot network, platform, and access issues impacting management services environmentsSupport operational activities, including incident response, root cause analysis, and service restoration.Collaborate with:Cyber Security teams for compliance and risk mitigationIdentity and access teams for authentication and access modelsNetwork and platform teams for integrated service deliveryMaintain and build expertise on Telstra's networks and products, technologies, and operating systems.Develop and maintain standard and best practice deployment documentation and reference material.Work in a DevOps environment.
About You

To be successful in the role, you'll bring skills and experience in:

Essential

A degree in Network/Telecommunications/Systems Engineering and previous experience in network engineering roles with a minimum of 5 years' work experience.Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (IP, routing, DNS, firewalls) and enterprise network environments (e.g., CMN, RDN, EDN concepts)Strong knowledge of security standards and frameworks, with the ability to translate them into practical controls, drive best practices, and proactively identify and remediate gaps across enterprise environments.Experienced in SNMP v2/v3 discovery, with the ability to capture and maintain accurate inventory data, ensuring data integrity and continuity across network environments.Proven experience in:Supporting jumphost / bastion host platformsNetwork access and operational support systemsIntegrating jumphost/ bastion host platforms with MFA.System Administration:Linux system administration (RHEL/CentOS preferred)User access management, SSH configuration, and privilege controlServer patching, OS hardening, and security baseline enforcementSystem performance monitoring and troubleshootingLog management and analysis (syslog, system logs)Backup and restore processes for system and configuration dataExperience working in a high-performing DevOps team.Knowledge of:Network security and access control (SSH, LDAP, MFA concepts)Security compliance and remediation practicesExperience with:Scripting (bash, Python)Troubleshooting across network and infrastructure layersUnderstanding of:System and platform lifecycle managementHigh availability and operational resilienceStrong understanding and experience in Telstra Change Management practices.
Highly desirable

Exposure to:Virtualised environments (e.g., VMware) and hosting platformsIdentity and Access Management (IAM) or privileged access systemsOperating Citrix CVAD environments and administering NetScaler/ADC for application delivery, traffic management, and performance troubleshootingFamiliarity with:Network monitoring and observability toolsAutomation tools (e.g., Ansible)Experience in:Telecom or large-scale enterprise network environmentsSecurity uplift or infrastructure modernisation initiativesAPI & Integration Capabilities for Network AutomationExperience designing and integrating APIs within Network as a Service (NaaS) platformsAbility to develop and manage RESTful APIs for network automation and service integrationExperience integrating APIs across identity platforms, network/security services, and orchestration workflowsUnderstanding of API security principles, including authentication and authorization mechanismsAbility to troubleshoot and support API driven integrations in enterprise environments.
If you are passionate to succeed as part of an agile and experienced team, we welcome you to apply!

We encourage applications from people of all abilities and backgrounds - including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBQTI+ community, linguistically diverse, and people living with disability. When you apply, you can choose to note the pronouns you use and /or any reasonable adjustments needed to take part equitably during the interview process. Visit

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Recruitment Start Date:24/08/2026

Recruitment End Date: 21/09/2026